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Ford Corsair

General information

ModelFord Corsair
Year1968
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1497 ccm (91.35 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1497 ccm (91.35 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.00 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque101.00 Nm (10.3 kgf-m or 74.5 ft.lbs) at 2300 Rev. per min.
Compression8.2:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 72.7 mm (3.2 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0678 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4120 litres (1,089 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight885 kg (1,951.1 pounds)
Overall length4500 mm (177.2 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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